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rupture, in medicine: see hernia hernia, protrusion of an internal organ or part of an organ through the wall of a body cavity. The hernia is enclosed by a sac formed by the lining of the cavity. It results from a weakness or rupture in the wall, usually where there is already a natural weakness. ..... Click the link for more information. . rupture Pathol a. the breaking or tearing of a bodily structure or part b. another word for hernia rupture [′rəp·chər] (geology) (medicine) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Experts say the ruptures will become even more commonplace unless the system is upgraded. During bigger quakes, however, recent observations show that ruptures can happen at rates faster than 3. From data recorded in this biological database, scientists may learn why two undersea ruptures stopped where they did. |
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